A VPN is supposed to protect users’ privacy by encrypting their data and masking their location. But if they’re using a fake VPN, fraudsters can steal their passwords and personal information, including credit card details. They also use them to carry out man-in-the-middle attacks, where they insert themselves between a device and an app or website. This means they can intercept, eavesdrop and manipulate data. Fraudsters use VPNs to feign location and shopping patterns, and to avoid detection by ad networks and businesses.

The Prevent VPN fraud news is, reputable VPNs don’t log user information. But the bad news is, many fake VPNs do. To identify a scam, check the company’s privacy policy and read reviews. Look for a clear, transparent statement that says they don’t collect data. It’s also a good idea to select a provider that has independent audits done to verify their no-log policies.

Top Features of a Reliable Proxy Detection API

SEON’s fraud prevention platform combines advanced VPN, residential proxy and mobile proxy detection with device fingerprinting and network analysis to detect obfuscation, and provide critical risk insights. This helps companies spot fraudulent clicks originating from devices that are using VPNs and other proxy services. It also provides better context for risk scoring, and enables them to reduce fake engagement without adding friction for genuine customers. For example, spotting when a customer is connecting to a geo-restricted service through a VPN helps teams quickly flag suspicious behavior and maintain compliance. Similarly, knowing that an account is linked to a VPN during the account creation, login and transaction stages can help prevent fraud.